Self-Aware Smart Products: Systematic Literature Review, Conceptual Design and Prototype Implementation

The fourth industrial revolution makes more effective use of data generated during manufacturing processes and creates a more interconnected manufacturing network. The data stored inside a product can be updated, analyzed and protected throughout its life cycle. It is currently becoming a reality to speed up the modern mass-customization. The aim of this paper is firstly to explore the state of art about smart products through a systematic literature review. Second, to design a self-aware smart product in a smart factory production environment based on the review findings. Finally, to turn the conceptual design into a prototype implementation.